IT Technician

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a proactive IT Technician (Grade 5) to provide high-quality technical support across its campuses. This role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining computer systems and supporting both academic and professional staff. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in end-user support and hardware/software troubleshooting. A competitive salary, excellent leave, and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

32 days leave plus bank holidays

Comprehensive training and development opportunities

Lifestyle benefits and discounts

Sustainability initiatives

Qualifications

• Proactive problem-solver with excellent communication skills.
• Strong background in IT support and technical services.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hardware and software services to the University.
• Perform initial incident assessment and resolution.
• Resolve IT incidents and track information using case management tools.
• Identify continual service improvement initiatives.
• Participate in professional development activities.

Skills

end-user support

hardware/software troubleshooting

AV/IT equipment maintenance

Job description

Opportunity Overview

We are seeking a proactive and skilled IT Technician (Grade 5) to support the delivery of high-quality technical services across the university.

IT Technicians diagnose, repair, and maintain hardware and software components to ensure the smooth running of computer systems, and their responsibilities include installing and configuring computer hardware and software and being a primary point of contact for IT support.

This hands-on role is ideal for someone with a strong background in end-user support, hardware/software troubleshooting, and AV/IT equipment maintenance. The successful candidate will work closely with academic and professional staff to ensure smooth operation of IT services in teaching, learning, and administrative environments. If you're a problem-solver with excellent communication skills and a passion for technology in higher education, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivery of hardware and software services (including audio visual) to the University; face to face, over the phone or remotely
• Perform an initial assessment of all incidents using scripts, knowledge base, taught knowledge, and best practice; this may lead to a first attempt at incident resolution and/ or referral to 2nd and 3rd line support within DIT
• Undertaking IT diagnostics and problem solving and work and using case management tools to store, update and track info on cases
• Resolve IT based incidents and fulfil IT based service requests following documented case management processes and knowledge articles
• Reassure and set customer expectations by tracking cases and keeping the customer informed on progress
• Identifies and delivers continual service improvement initiatives
• Proactively participate in furthering your professional development

About Digital Services

Digital Services (DS) refer to the application of business and technical expertise to enable the creation, management, and optimization of or access to information and business processes. This function is the first point of contact for end user issues and is supported by Digital IT Service Desk, Technical Services and Operations Management.

The Digital IT Service is a 24/7 operation and there may be a requirement to work out of hours, when required to ensure high service availability and completion of planned changes.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
• An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
• Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives
• The Perks! - MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts
• Sustainable Salford - we have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.
• Our Peel Park campus is unique with lots of green spaces and great transport links including Salford Crescent train station means we're easy to get to
• Our MediaCity campus is at the heart of a world-renowned digital and media hub
• Team Salford - join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK's fastest growing universities
• A rewarding career - where everything you do will make a difference. To our students, our local community, and the world around you

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